Reading Strategies

Selecting books

is an important one. In the same way that flexibility and choice increases our energy and enthusiasm for reading, the same is true for children. While reading ' just right' books is important. Some books can be a little harder. Others can be a little (or a lot) easier too. The most important thing to remember is we want our children to be reading, reading, reading to increase fluency and to build stamina!

VISUALIZE

Picture what you're reading using your 5 senses

PREDICT

When you sit down for a read aloud, look at the book’s cover together. Ask, “What do you think this book might be about? Why? Can you make some predictions?” Guide your child through the pages, discuss the pictures, and brainstorm what might happen in the story. Talk about any personal experiences your child may have that relate to the story.

SET GOALS for yourself

Model active reading when you read with your child. Talk about what’s happening as you’re reading. Stop and discuss any interesting or tricky vocabulary words. Help your child make pictures of the story in his mind. Ask your child, “What just happened here? How do you think that character feels? Have you ever felt like that? What do you think will happen next?” Not only will this develop your child’s comprehension, but critical thinking skills as well.

After a read aloud, one of the best and easiest ways to check for understanding is to ask your child to summarize what the book was about in their own words. You can ask a question or two to help your child clarify their thinking or to add more detail.

REREAD the last page you read before start a new chapter

COMPREHENSION CHECK:

Stop after a few pages or at the end of every chapter and ask yourself these questions...

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